ART OF SOCIAL AWARENESS

In this project designed for general curriculum undergraduate students enrolled in ART 140: Introduction to Art, students examined the role that art has had in effecting social change, and how artists speak about social issues through their work today. In league with lectures, discussions of art works, and writing activities, students were asked to choose a historical painter who worked in the 20th century, and interpret how this artist might address 21st century issue through their work today. Students designed compositions that reflected the original artists' style while also making a statement of their own on 21st century issues in medicine, politics, and popular culture.